As the scientists explain, moving objects with light can be done using the photophoresis effect in air and other gases.
https://www.popsci.com/science/arti...-use-working-tractor-beam-move-objects-5-feet
Hmm, the air around the particle heats up ... how does this apply to the moon?
Damn, I've broken my rule about bringing rationality into this discussion.
Bad, bad me.